One-Pan Mediterranean Herb Chicken & Potatoes (Easy, Non-Spicy)
A simple, friendly recipe: juicy baked chicken, tender potatoes, olive oil, lemon, and oregano—all cooked in one pan. Perfect for weeknights and great for your food website audience.
🕒 Time
Prep: 10 minutes
Bake: 40–45 minutes
Total: ~55 minut
🧾 Ingredients
4 chicken thighs or breasts (bone-in or boneless)
500 g baby potatoes, halved
3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
Juice of 1 large lemon
Zest of ½ lemon (optional)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp dried thyme
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley (for garnish)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Place chicken and potatoes in a large baking dish.
3. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, zest, garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour marinade over chicken and potatoes; toss to coat evenly.
5. Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, turning potatoes once, until chicken is golden and cooked through.
6. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
🌿 Tips
Add olives or cherry tomatoes in the last 10 minutes for extra Mediterranean flavor.
Serve with Greek salad or yogurt sauce on the side.
Great for meal prep—keeps well for 3 days refrigerated.
🧮 Nutrition information
Calories: 420 kcal
Protein: 35 g
Carbs: 28 g
Fat: 20 g